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Cast Iron Cooktop Care Tips

How do I clean the Cast Iron Cooktop?

Grease and crumbs can be wiped away while the iron is hot, and you can do this safely with rags gripped by cooking tongs. Remove your cast iron from the Hub using heat resistant gloves and rinse with just hot water. The most stubborn residue can be r

How often should I clean the Cast Iron Cooktop?

Cast Iron Cook Tops should be cleaned after every use. Wipe away grease and food bits, followed by a hot water rinse. Ensure the cast iron is completely dry before storing.

How do I store the Cast Iron and Hub?

The Hub can be stored easily by turning it upside down and placing it inside the fire pit. The weight and grit of the cast iron could damage the inside of your Solo Stove and should not be stored inside.

Can I use the Cooktop when the fire is burning?

The fire pit cooking system works best with a shallow bed of embers in your fire pit’s burn chamber. Flames shouldn’t be higher than a few inches while cooking with the Cast Iron Cooktop.

What is Cast Iron Seasoning and do I need to do it? How often?

Seasoning, or curing cast iron with oil, should be practiced regularly to maintain a hardy non-stick surface that can stand up to the fire pit’s heat. For the first 8-10 uses, you should season every time to achieve the non-stick quality. Then you ca

Can you fit multiple cooktops in the carry bag?

Designed to fit any Cast Iron Cooking Surface (Grill, Griddle, and Wok), Carry Bag is the perfect size for a single Cast Iron Cooking Surface. Multiple cooktops will not fit in one Carry Bag.